Parasitology
Antimicrobial resistance refers to the ability of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, to withstand the effects of drugs that once effectively treated them. This resistance complicates infection control and treatment in various settings, including aquaculture and agriculture, where pathogens can develop resistance through overuse or misuse of antimicrobial agents.
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